Established in 2000 by Tokyo-based restaurateur Emiko Kothari, Utsav (meaning "festival" in Sanskrit) is a contemporary restaurant located on the Avenues of America with a stylish décor in warm hues and a creative menu of excellent Indian cuisine. Inspired by the utsavs in India, which are an explosion of colors, sounds, and rituals culminating in a sumptuous feast, Utsav's menu features dishes that reflect the culinary traditions of northwestern India. Highlights and signature dishes on the menu include exceptional tandoor specialties such as tantalizing kebabs, savory tandoori aloo (potato), sublime dal, succulent tandoori leg of lamb, and irresistibly fresh bread.
1185 Avenue of the Americas (PLAZA), New York, NY 10036, Phone: 212-575-2525, Map